From Our Correspondent in Makurdi
Golu disclosed this at a convention titled "From Grief to Grace: Finding Healing and Hope" on Monday in Adikpo the headquarters of Kwande Local Government Area (LGA), Benue.
The APMI president in Nigeria further stated that the Ministry had been doing both the spiritual and humanitarian gesture for over three years.
"The ministry's mission is to foster a balanced and fulfilling life for all who come under its wings.
"APMI is dedicated to promoting holistic well-being. It addresses the spiritual, economic, and psycho-social needs of those it serves. It is a beacon of hope for those in need," Golu said.
She added that the convention was more than just a spiritual nourishment, it also provided practical support and transformative sessions.
She further commended the widows for their resilience and thanked the partners as well as visionaries for their unwavering commitment to the cause.
Meanwhile, Evangelist Dr Sandra Akula-Ukoh, the Founder of the Ministry, emphasized the importance of caring for widows as a biblical mandate and outlined the ministry's plans for further support, including counselling services and economic empowerment projects.
The Executive Director of Community Links Human Empowerment Initiatives, Dr Helen Teghtegh, tasked people on providing psychosocial support to the widows in order to help them overcome trauma.
Also, the Chief Executive Officer of Kasejene Agriculture Enterprise, Miss Ngodoo Akula, disclosed that the enterprise planned to empower the widows through formation agricultural cooperatives, training in financial management, entrepreneurship among others.
A health practitioner, Dr Moses Anne, admonished the widows to always seek proper medical care and warned them to desist from self medications.
Anne stated that the dangers of self-treatment and visiting herbalists, often lead to complications.
She further stated that Hepatitis B was preventable through vaccinations and encouraged the widows to take proactive steps to safeguard their health.
Deaconess Helen Akula, advised the widows to be disciplined and prudent in managing their resources, stressing that by so doing they would be financially stable.
Mr Tersoo Akula, said that APMI had plans to distribute fertilizer, register cooperatives, and share 40 days variety of beans to support the widows, stressing that the event was going to be an annual event.
The following personalities were given awards, Mrs Beatrice Ikondo and Mrs Avershima Dzugwe, Deaconess Helen Akula, and Bishop Dr. Sentoji Gemenou.
Also, Mama Azaria, Dr Ngozi Obinani, and Pastor Marlene Gomez were also recognized for their unwavering support and dedication.
